Caloosahatchee Bridge exit ramp closureFort Myers man sentenced for distributing, possessing child sex abuse media
WASHINGTON (AP) Some of the most notable quotes from the JD Vance-Tim Walz vice presidential debate The first and only vice presidential debate between Ohio Senator JD Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz featured an often orderly, policy-focused and even civil dialogue between the two men seeking to serve as the next president’s second in command.
FORT MYERS Caloosahatchee Bridge exit ramp closure The southbound exit loop ramp from the Caloosahatchee Bridge will be closed for the next four weeks for planned construction work.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers man sentenced for distributing, possessing child sex abuse media A Fort Myers man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for distributing and possessing child sex abuse media.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach condos still under construction 2 years after Hurricane Ian As condos are turned into construction zones, the impacts from Hurricane Ian are still evident two years later.
Madeira Beach Streaming Now: Gov. DeSantis provides recovery efforts update following Hurricane Helene Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Madeira Beach.
WINK NEWS Bipartisan school safety legislation introduced to develop emergency parental notifications New bi-partisan school safety legislation was introduced Tuesday to streamline parent communication during emergencies.
The Weather Authority Scattered rain and storms Wednesday afternoon and evening The Weather Authority is tracking scattered rain and storms throughout this Wednesday afternoon, dropping temperatures slightly.
CAMPAIGN CENTRAL Tim Walz and JD Vance face off in VP debate WINK News is campaign central, and on Tuesday night, all eyes are focused on the debate stage in New York, where the vice presidential candidates are facing off in their only debate.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte County couple rescued from rooftop by stranger Hurricane Helene battered Charlotte County with heavy rain and wind, and many neighbors watched as water flooded into their homes.
CAPE CORAL WINK Investigates: For the first time, Beattie Development owner Paul Beattie speaks out during liquidation after allegations On Tuesday for the first time, Paul Beattie, owner of Beattie Development, who a lot of people say owe them a lot of money, is speaking out.
FORT MYERS Local Rabbi and Israeli soldier speak on Iran missile attack Israeli authorities said Iran launched dozens of missiles at the country.
PORT CHARLOTTE “It was just a monster in disguise,” Port Charlotte couple cleans up after Helene Wesley and Karen Wingate will never forget what they had for dinner September 27th.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA IRS announces tax relief for those affected by Helene The IRS has just announced tax relief for people affected by Hurricane Helene.
FORT MYERS BEACH How the Fort Myers Beach community is handling Helene’s aftermath One storm hit Fort Myers Beach, but the damage is as different from block to block as the stories their homeowners tell
SOUTH FORT MYERS Submerged car in Fort Myers neighborhood has people worried A submerged car has neighbors worried that their pond will become polluted. One neighbor told WINK News that the vehicle has been in the pond since Hurricane Helene.
WASHINGTON (AP) Some of the most notable quotes from the JD Vance-Tim Walz vice presidential debate The first and only vice presidential debate between Ohio Senator JD Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz featured an often orderly, policy-focused and even civil dialogue between the two men seeking to serve as the next president’s second in command.
FORT MYERS Caloosahatchee Bridge exit ramp closure The southbound exit loop ramp from the Caloosahatchee Bridge will be closed for the next four weeks for planned construction work.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers man sentenced for distributing, possessing child sex abuse media A Fort Myers man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for distributing and possessing child sex abuse media.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach condos still under construction 2 years after Hurricane Ian As condos are turned into construction zones, the impacts from Hurricane Ian are still evident two years later.
Madeira Beach Streaming Now: Gov. DeSantis provides recovery efforts update following Hurricane Helene Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Madeira Beach.
WINK NEWS Bipartisan school safety legislation introduced to develop emergency parental notifications New bi-partisan school safety legislation was introduced Tuesday to streamline parent communication during emergencies.
The Weather Authority Scattered rain and storms Wednesday afternoon and evening The Weather Authority is tracking scattered rain and storms throughout this Wednesday afternoon, dropping temperatures slightly.
CAMPAIGN CENTRAL Tim Walz and JD Vance face off in VP debate WINK News is campaign central, and on Tuesday night, all eyes are focused on the debate stage in New York, where the vice presidential candidates are facing off in their only debate.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte County couple rescued from rooftop by stranger Hurricane Helene battered Charlotte County with heavy rain and wind, and many neighbors watched as water flooded into their homes.
CAPE CORAL WINK Investigates: For the first time, Beattie Development owner Paul Beattie speaks out during liquidation after allegations On Tuesday for the first time, Paul Beattie, owner of Beattie Development, who a lot of people say owe them a lot of money, is speaking out.
FORT MYERS Local Rabbi and Israeli soldier speak on Iran missile attack Israeli authorities said Iran launched dozens of missiles at the country.
PORT CHARLOTTE “It was just a monster in disguise,” Port Charlotte couple cleans up after Helene Wesley and Karen Wingate will never forget what they had for dinner September 27th.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA IRS announces tax relief for those affected by Helene The IRS has just announced tax relief for people affected by Hurricane Helene.
FORT MYERS BEACH How the Fort Myers Beach community is handling Helene’s aftermath One storm hit Fort Myers Beach, but the damage is as different from block to block as the stories their homeowners tell
SOUTH FORT MYERS Submerged car in Fort Myers neighborhood has people worried A submerged car has neighbors worried that their pond will become polluted. One neighbor told WINK News that the vehicle has been in the pond since Hurricane Helene.
WINK NEWS Wednesday’s Coronavirus Updates: 3,184 new cases, 51 new deaths reported As of 2 p.m. Wednesday, there have been 2,278,549 positive cases of the coronavirus recorded in the state. The case count includes 2,235,969 Florida residents and 42,580 non-Florida residents. There are 35,882 Florida resident deaths reported, 716 non-resident deaths, and 92,554 hospitalizations at some point during illness, according to the Florida Department of Health. For […]
WINK NEWS Tuesday’s Coronavirus Updates: 3,263 new cases and 48 new deaths reported As of 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, there have been 2,275,365 positive cases of the coronavirus recorded in the state. The case count includes 2,232,820 Florida residents and 42,545 non-Florida residents. There are 35,831 Florida resident deaths reported, 716 non-resident deaths, and 92,348 hospitalizations at some point during illness, according to the Florida Department of Health. For […]
WINK NEWS Deadly crashes impact the lives of many in SWFL It was a deadly year in 2020 for those on our roads in Southwest Florida. For the first time in three years, more than 100 drivers died in Lee County crashes and a little over 200 crashes total in Southwest Florida counties. The people who make up those statistics are parents, siblings and friends. MORE: […]
WINK NEWS Monday’s Coronavirus Updates: 2,296 new cases, 52 new deaths reported As of 2 p.m. Monday, there have been 2,272,102 positive cases of the coronavirus recorded in the state. The case count includes 2,229,567 Florida residents and 42,535 non-Florida residents. There are 35,783 Florida resident deaths reported, 715 non-resident deaths, and 92,125 hospitalizations at some point during illness, according to the Florida Department of Health. For […]
LABELLE A father believes his son’s wheelchair contributed to his death in a crash A father in Southwest Florida believes his son’s death in a recent crash could have been avoided. John Sandefur’s son, 21-year-old Emanuel Sandefur, was killed in a crash last Friday in Hendry County. Emanuel was on track to graduate from college, despite living with Cerebral Palsy. His dad believes that his son’s wheelchair contributed to […]
WINK NEWS Sunday’s Coronavirus Updates: 3,231 new cases and 31 new deaths reported As of 2:30 p.m. Sunday, there have been 2,269,806 positive cases of the coronavirus recorded in the state. The case count includes 2,227,303 Florida residents and 42,503 non-Florida residents. There are 35,731 Florida resident deaths reported, 714 non-resident deaths, and 92,086 hospitalizations at some point during illness, according to the Florida Department of Health. For […]
Flood and wind watches issued for several counties ahead of Tuesday’s severe weather outlook Coastal Charlotte and Coastal Lee counties are under a flood watch ahead of expected severe weather from Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning.
Important Area Phone Numbers and Websites Emergency Operations Centers Hotlines (800) 621-3362, TTY: (800) 462-7585 Online Resources Contractor Information American Red Cross Offices Power Companies Donation Information Agency Help
FORT MYERS Saturday’s Coronavirus Updates: 3,977 new cases and 65 new deaths reported As of 2:30 p.m. Saturday, there have been 2,266,575 positive cases of the coronavirus recorded in the state. The case count includes 2,224,148 Florida residents and 42,427 non-Florida residents. There are 35,700 Florida resident deaths reported, 712 non-resident deaths, and 92,023 hospitalizations at some point during illness, according to the Florida Department of Health. For state […]
HENDRY COUNTY Hendry County sees spike in positive cases of COVID-19 More people are testing positive for the coronavirus in Hendry County and the health department said it’s working around the clock to find out what’s behind the increase. The Department of Health in Hendry County said they found a spike in people testing positive, mostly from one cluster – people in one spot, in close […]